If you are referring to a Code 971 on your IRS transcript or a notice, this means that a notice was issued regarding your tax return. It may mean your return was selected for a manual review or your refund amount was adjusted by the IRS. It may even mean the IRS is requesting additional information. You may also see a Code 570, which means the refund is being held.
What to do:
- You should wait until you have the IRS notice, which will explain to you what the issue is and instruct you on what to do.
- The letter will give you instructions on what to do to. Follow these directions very carefully.
- If you are not sure how to respond, the IRS can answer most questions by phone: 1-800-829-1040.
- Some notices will ask for more information. If the IRS provides a deadline for this, make sure you meet that deadline.
- See this link for further information regarding what your notice number may mean: I got a letter or notice from the IRS
You may be able to look at your IRS transcripts to see what notices may be posted for you. You can use this link to sign in to or create an IRS Online account: IRS Online Account. You can view digital copies of many IRS notices and letters directly in your online account under Notices and Letters.
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